ARTSCAPE 2017 - WHITE MOOSE PROJECT

29 artists from all over the world created 33 unique pieces of public art during the festival’s four weeks. Artscape also hosted a series of workshops during the project, where the local community had the opportunity to create permanent pieces of art together with experienced artists. Värmland carries a rich tradition of culture and arts, which we feel very proud to have contributed to.

Bordalo II’s pieces created using recycled items are a perfect example of successfully using waste to create extraordinary works of art. His work is a clever observation of the wasteful and unsustainability of today’s lifestyle.

During the festival’s worst weather, the artist duo and married couple Hitotzuki graced Torsby with a lovely splash of colour. Using a serene palette and elegant geometric shapes, their signature floral motifs truly make the building come to life.  

Using traditional paint brushes rather than spray cans, Argentinian artist Hyuro is known for her unique style of portraits. Her work has an illustrational feel to them and are often comments on the political climate.

Stockholm based artist Yash created this dreamy portrayal of a young girl in Filipstad. The notion of melancholy in Yash’s depictions of people and animals, combined with his use of bright and vivid colours makes for incredibly impressive murals.

With her use of excellent bold colours and geometric shapes, Ledania’s graphic portraits communicate powerful emotions. Her piece for Artscape 2017 is an homage to the uniting of people and cultures.

British duo Nomad Clan’s work often reflects upon their engagement in sociopolitical issues, combined with the surroundings of the mural. 

Based in Gothenburg, Sweden, tattoo artist and muralist Sagie has a wide set of artistic skills and expressions. His realistic portrayals of nature and animals are recurring motifs, as well as video game characters and stylish use of bold colours.

Along with her mural in Grums, the artist also collaborated with artist Lyall Sprong and created mind blowing installations in the deep forests of Värmland. With “Astronomia Nova” Faith XLVII wants to reminds us of our miniscule role in the larger universe.

Annatomix’s geometric fox meets a curious rabbit in her piece ‘A Chance Encounter' situated in Munkfors. The British artist is known for her illustrations and murals inspired by animals, space and the cycle of our universe.

Growing up in Värmland, Super G has enhanced many surfaces around the county. His first mural for ARTSCAPE 2017 “Breathe Nature” gazes out across the town of Torsby, as his second piece swims across Grums indoor swimming pool.

This is Zadok’s second time working with Artscape, in the summer of 2015 he collaborated with artists Bless and Christina Angelina on a joint installation in Malmö. The London based artist’s unique mural in the centre of Munkfors invites you to a magical, fluorescent jungle on your way to the local grocery store.

Pantonio’s signature swirling figures take the shape of birds flying through Karlstad. The Portuguese artist finds inspiration for his depictions of nature in the beautiful surroundings on The Azores islands.

By the end of August, ARTSCAPE 2017 Värmland - 'White Moose Project' was finalised. With more than 30 new murals spread across the county, Artscape are proud to have contributed to a more colourful Sweden.